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You’ve been thinking about it for a while. Maybe you’re bored in your 9–5. Maybe your role has been made redundant. Maybe you're at home on maternity leave trying to figure out your next steps. Or maybe you just know deep in your gut that you’re meant for something more.

But you’ve also got questio...

You’re sitting on Zoom, ready to go. The coffee’s hot, your notes are prepped … and then nothing. Crickets. You’ve been ghosted. Again.

Whether it’s a flaky lead, a quiet client, or a disappearing team member — we’ve all felt the sting of being ghosted..

And spoiler: It’s not you. (Okay, sometimes i...

Ever wish you had a crystal ball to see what’s coming for your VA business?

Well, we dusted ours off for episode 222 (because let’s be honest, that number just feels magical), and pulled together our bold, juicy predictions for what’s headed your way in 2025 — both the big picture trends and the in...

Have you ever had a client or team interaction that left you thinking: “Why was that so hard?!” Or maybe you’ve felt like no matter how clear you were in that exchange, the message just didn’t land.

Good news! You're not alone!

The short answer to your problem is that it isn’t what you’re saying, it’s...

In one of our most powerful podcast episodes yet, Sam opened up about her incredible 35kg weight loss journey. But trust me, it’s not just about the kilos she shed—it’s been a full-on emotional and personal transformation.

As virtual assistants, we’re constantly spinning plates—juggling work, whānau,...

We recently had the pleasure of chatting with Mandy Purdie, New Zealand’s only ADHD-friendly virtual assistant and founder of Transcend Admin. Mandy has carved a unique niche in the VA industry by specialising in supporting clients with ADHD and her journey offers all virtual assistants valuable ins...

In an age where social media reigns supreme, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of comparisonitis. Scrolling through feeds, we're bombarded with images of online business owners living what appears to be the dream life. Their offices are not just functional spaces; they’re meticulously curated ...

This one is for the sub-contracting among us who work for a VA business owner.

Ever been in a pickle where a client you've been assisting wants to work directly with you to cut out the middleman? Or the other way around where you've reached out to a client directly to work with you?

Tempting, isn't ...

Picture yourself as a superhero, soaring through the sky, ready to save the day in your virtual assistant (VA) business. 

But wait!

There's a sneaky villain lurking in the shadows, ready to sabotage your success - it's none other than your own lack of confidence.

Strap on your cape, and let's def...

Imagine you're Indiana Jones, searching for the magical pill that will bring you an endless stream of clients for your virtual assistant (VA) business.

You come across Fiverr and wonder, "Is this the treasure I've been seeking?"

So, grab your whip, put on your fedora, and let's uncover the truth a...